Medical Assistant - HOD HB Peds Primary - Page Field

Location: LPG Pediatrics at Page Field -4751 S Cleveland Ave Fort Myers FL 33907

Department: HOD HB Peds Primary - Page Field

Work Type: Full Time

Shift: Shift 1/7:30:00AM to 7:30:00PM

Minimum to Midpoint Pay Rate: $21.54 - $25.31 / hour

Summary

Medical Assistant LPG Pediatrics at Page Field

Location: LPG Pediatrics at Page Field
Address: 4751 S Cleveland Ave, Fort Myers, FL 33907
Work Type: Full Time
Schedule: 3 x 12-hour shifts
Days: Thursday, Friday & Saturday
Hours: 7:30 AM 7:30 PM

Make a Difference in Pediatric Care

Do you love working with children and helping families feel comfortable and cared for? LPG Pediatrics at Page Field is looking for a compassionate Medical Assistant to join our pediatric team.

This position offers a unique 3 x 12-hour schedule , working Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 7:30 AM 7:30 PM . Enjoy four days away from the clinic every week while making a difference in the lives of pediatric patients and their families.

Medical Assistant Requirements

You must meet one of the following:

• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program within the last 2 years ; OR
• Active CMA (AAMA), CCMA (NHA), or RMA (AMT) certification; OR
• At least 1 year of Medical Assistant experience within the last 4 years .

Pediatric Medical Assistant experience is highly preferred.

$3,500 Sign-On Bonus

Qualified external Medical Assistant hires may be eligible for a $3,500 sign-on bonus , plus an additional $1,500 for candidates who start within 30 days, for a potential total of $5,000 .

Sign-on bonus terms and eligibility requirements apply, including a two-year commitment to the Medical Assistant role.

Why Choose Lee Health?

At Lee Health, you'll join a team committed to providing exceptional care to our community while offering a comprehensive benefits package that supports your career and your life outside of work.

Benefits include:

• Medical, Dental and Vision coverage
• Retirement plan with up to 5% employer match
• Paid Time Off
• Paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement after one year
• Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account options
• Employee Assistance Program

Why Pediatrics?

Pediatric Medical Assistants have the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with children and their families while helping create positive healthcare experiences. If you are passionate about caring for children and want your work to have a lasting impact, LPG Pediatrics at Page Field could be the right fit for you.

The Medical Assistant is responsible for providing an excellent customer experience in a team based environment while assisting in all aspects of medical practice under the direct supervision and responsibility of a physician or physician assistant. This position is responsible for patient safety, performing phlebotomy, point of care testing, assisting in minor procedures, processing lab specimens, safe operation of medical equipment, provides patient instructions, and for handling and administering medications according to regulatory standards and organizational policy and procedure under the direct supervision of a physician or physician assistant. This position is responsible for the collection, communication and documentation of accurate patient information/data and maintaining medical records according to regulatory standards and organizational policies and procedures. Other responsibilities include coordinating requests for information and prescriptions, maintain and preparing patient care areas to ensure efficient, effective and safe patient care delivery. Late hours, holidays and weekends may be required. Other duties as assigned by the Manager/Supervisor of the department.

Requirements

Education :

High School Diploma or GED Required. Completion of a medical assisting program or postsecondary medical assisting program accredited to prepare the medical assistant to take national CMA (American Association of Medical Assisting), CCMA (National Health Career Association), or RMA (American Medical Technologists) medical assistant certification exam preferred.

Experience :

Medical Assistant experience preferred but not required for graduates within 2 years completion of a medical assisting program or postsecondary medical assisting program accredited to prepare the medical assistant to take the national CMA (American Association of Medical Assisting), CCMA (National Health Career Association), or RMA (American Medical Technologists).

1 year of Medical Assistant experience in a physicians office or hospital outpatient

department may be accepted in lieu of degree/diploma from accredited medical assisting

program.

License :

Not Required

Certifications :

CMA (American Association of Medical Assisting), CCMA (National Health career Association), RMA

(American Medical Technologists) preferred. BLS (American Heart Association / Basic

Life Support) required (must be obtained within first 90 days of hire).

Other :

Medical terminology, communication skills and basic knowledge of computers required.

Early/late hours and/or weekends may be required.

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